2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |